Ruben Ramirez, M.D.
NPI 1053521989 · Gastroenterology Physician · El Paso, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruben Ramirez, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in El Paso, TX (NPI 1053521989).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053521989
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P7972 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
266 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 106 | $119 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 58 | $92 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 25 | $105 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 23 | $239 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 22 | $112 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 149 | 34 |
| Omeprazole | 141 | 67 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 91 | 44 |
| Lactulose | 89 | 34 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 86 | 77 |
| Spironolactone | 83 | 32 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 77 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,641 across 29 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-22
- Last updated
- 2018-06-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruben Ramirez's NPI number?
- Ruben Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053521989, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruben Ramirez's specialty?
- Ruben Ramirez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ruben Ramirez located?
- Ruben Ramirez's practice location on file with NPPES is 1250 E Cliff Dr Ste 2b, El Paso, TX 79902.
- What is Ruben Ramirez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruben Ramirez is (915) 356-3939.
- Does Ruben Ramirez accept Medicare?
- Ruben Ramirez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruben Ramirez's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruben Ramirez's NPI (1053521989) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-06-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.